Apple iPhone 17 vs Realme GT7 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Realme GT7 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,125,854 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 222g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Realme GT7 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 222g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Realme GT7 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3125854 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Realme GT7 Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro leads (74/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Realme GT7 Pro — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme GT7 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (73/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Realme GT7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3125854 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 162.5×76.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 222 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Realme GT7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme GT7 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 32:07 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Realme GT7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 by 31.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Realme GT7 Pro was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme GT7 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (86/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (74/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 Pro (73/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Realme GT7 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Realme GT7 Pro — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Realme GT7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme GT7 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.